China-based Noetix Robotics has introduced a compact humanoid robot named Bumi, which comes with a price tag of just $1,370.
Noetix Robotics, based in China, has turned a new page in the accessibility of this technology by unveiling its compact humanoid robot named Bumi, which is priced at only 9,998 yuan ($1,370).
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Standing only 94 centimeters (37 inches) tall and weighing 12 kilograms (26.5 lbs), Bumi is not designed to compete with the full-sized humanoids from companies like Unitree or Ubtech, but rather to create a different category. Being a small, lightweight, and affordable robot, Bumi is developed for home and educational environments. Despite its price, it demonstrates a fluid and stable performance in skills like walking, balancing, and dancing.
Noetix describes Bumi as the first consumer-grade humanoid robot priced under 10,000 yuan. The company states that this is a turning point in the commercialization of humanoid robots and aims to move these devices out of laboratories and into daily life.
The success of this price point is attributed to lightweight composite materials, the company’s self-developed motion control system, and a simplified modular design. Noetix prioritizes educational interaction and the learning experience over high industrial functions.
The company’s previous model, Noetix N2, received over 2,500 pre-orders and participated in a humanoid robot half-marathon held earlier in the year. These achievements have made Noetix one of the fastest-growing robotics startups in China.
In July, Unitree introduced what was considered the most affordable full-sized humanoid robot at approximately $6,000. With Bumi, Noetix lowers this threshold even further. The robot runs on a 48V 3.5Ah battery, offering a use time of 1-2 hours on a single charge. Furthermore, with features like drag-and-drop visual programming for children and beginners, and voice command support, it can function both as a learning companion and a personal assistant.
The company plans to begin pre-orders between China’s “Double 11” (November 11) and “Double 12” (December 12) shopping festivals.
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